Interpretive Ranger 1-2 (Historic)

Interpretive Ranger 1-2 (Historic) Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks Jackson, LA $2,922

• $5,734 a month
• Full-time $2,922
• $5,734 a month
• Full-time Salary $2,922.00
• $5,734.

00 Monthly Location Jackson, LA Job Type Classified Job Number

CRT-2026-220997-MBT

Department Culture Rec & Tourism-State Parks Opening Date 05/11/2026 Closing Date 5/25/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves the citizens of Louisiana and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas of unique or exceptional scenic value, planning, developing and operating sites that provide outdoor recreation opportunities in natural surroundings, preserving and interpreting historical and scientific sites of statewide importance and administering intergovernmental programs related to outdoor recreation and trails. This position is located at Port Hudson State Historic Site, in Jackson, LA. The purpose of this position is to provide site interpretation to site visitors through guided tours, audiovisual presentations, living history demonstrations, and other methods. It is the responsibility of this position to ensure consistency in programming and the programs offered are of high quality.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES

Accepting Direction:

The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Learning Actively:

The ability to pursue learning, seek feedback, and integrate new knowledge to improve personal and professional performance.

Thinking Critically:

The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.

Communicating Effectively:

The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement. Focusing on

Customers:

The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.

Fostering Engagement:

The ability to build a supportive environment that encourages motivation, belonging, and active participation. Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in archaeological or anthropological work; or in planning or presenting interpretive or educational programs relating to cultural or physical history; OR Three years of experience in conservation work or natural resource management; or in planning or presenting interpretive or educational programs relating to the natural environment; OR A bachelor's degree. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties:

Conceptualizes, designs, coordinates, and develops new educational programs, interpretive exhibits, and audiovisuals. Implements site level educational programs and interpretive activities to connect visitors to the site. Works with educational institutions to provide related interpretive activities for school groups. Works closely with Administrative Office Educational Services and Public Information teams, and site management to review programs and exhibits for historical accuracy and interpretive value. Writes, prepares layouts, edits, and produces a variety of promotional and informational materials such as brochures, flyers, media programs, etc. Works with site manager to promote special programs throughout the year. Provides information and answers inquiries for site visitors. Maintains detailed computerized and hard copy databases of site's historical collections. Tracks loans and donations; identifies priority items for conservation.

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

Port Hudson State Historic Site, in

Jackson, LA Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional, or Detail to

Special Duty Career Progression:

This position may be filled as an Interpretive Ranger 1 or 2, depending on experience.

Work Schedule:

Port Hudson State Historic Site is open daily (except 3 major holidays). Position will work a rotating schedule of 40 hours/week, that can include some holidays and/or weekends as needed, to ensure coverage at the park.

Travel:

Position requires driving around the park for patrol as part of the daily shift. Travel may be required to other state parks to assist in staffing or events, as needed. A state vehicle is available for employee use while on duty. If offered the position, candidate must be able to drive to Baton Rouge to submit a background check. How to

Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If offered the position, the candidate must be able to drive to Baton Rouge to submit a background check. The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact: Melissa Thibodaux Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism 1051 N. 3rd Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802

Fax:

(225) 342-7928 mthibodaux@crt.la.gov Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave

• Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave
• State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement
• State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works).

These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org ). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others